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Will USC’s Win Over Penn State Spark a Run for the Trojans?

Winning on the road in the Big Ten is hard. Winning in a hostile road environment like Penn State that hosted a record breaking crowd of 114, 419 for its annual “White Out” game is even harder.

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Four Games USC Fans Should Watch During the Trojans' Bye Week

The No. 19 USC Trojans are one of the few ranked teams on a bye during week 7, meaning USC coach Lincoln Riley and the Trojans have time to rest and recover while also preparing for the rest of the season.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 15

What 24-Team College Football Playoff Means for USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley

The No. 19 USC Trojans stayed alive in the 2026 College Football Playoff race by beating Penn State. That Oct. 10 victory handed USC a 17.2 percent chance to land in the 12-team postseason for 2026, according to ESPN Football Power Index (FPI) rankings.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 15

Predicting USC Trojans' Five Remaining Games on the Schedule

The final five-game stretch of the No. 19 USC Trojans' regular season schedule has arrived. With a 6-1 record following their signature 31-23 road win

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 15

Jahkeem Stewart Shares Candid Assessment of USC Freshman Vlad Dyakonov’s First Start

When the No. 19 USC Trojans came out for their opening drive against Penn State in front of a crowd of over 114,000 screaming fans, one player was making his first career start.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 14

Running Back King Miller Makes Feelings Clear on USC's Rushing Potential

Through seven games, redshirt sophomore running back King Miller has emerged as the No. 19 USC Trojans’ lead rusher – 114 carries (No. 8 in the nation) for 595 yards (No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 14

Ranking USC Trojans Remaining Five Games From Easiest to Hardest

The No. 19 USC Trojans College Football Playoff dreams are still very much alive. With a 6-1 record, the Trojans enter their first bye week of the season fresh off one of their most signature wins in their five-year tenure under coach Lincoln Riley, beating the Penn State Nittany Lions 31-23 at Beaver Stadium.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 14

Lincoln Riley Drops Honest Reaction to USC Trojans' Bye Week Timing

Saturday, Oct. 17 presents one first for the No. 19 USC Trojans. There's no road trip, or even a home game. USC finally takes a breather following a rigid seven-game stretch.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Pulls Back Curtain on Key Win Over Penn State

No. 19 USC Trojans continue to ride the vibe of their huge win over Penn State. Following practice on Oct. 13, senior quarterback Jayden Maiava opened up about the win – preparing for the White Out crowd, a true freshman lineman stepping up minutes before kickoff, the return of receiver Trent Mosley and coach Lincoln Riley’s plan to seal the win.

Tanook Hines News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

USC Receiver Tanook Hines Backs Up Pregame Trash Talk Against Penn State

USC receiver Tanook Hines was asked heading into the Penn State game in week 6 what stood out about their secondary and didn’t mince words. “Nothing much for real.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

Lincoln Riley Doesn't Hold Back on Jayden Maiava's Performance vs. Penn State

Quarterback Jayden Maiava has struggled on the road throughout his career at USC. But against Penn State in week 6, the Trojans quarterback flipped the narrative and delivered his best performance away from the Coliseum.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

One Decision From Lincoln Riley That Has Turned Around USC's Defense

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley made a splash when he brought former TCU head coach Gary Patterson out of retirement and hired him to be USC's defensive coordinator, but that splash didn't necessarily translate onto the field during the Trojans' first few games of the 2026 season.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

USC Trojans Bowl Projection Changes Following Signature Win Over Penn State

Coach Lincoln Riley and the No. 19 USC Trojans defied the odds on Saturday night, securing their most signature win of the season with a 31-23 road victory

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 13

Lincoln Riley Raves About Sudden USC Starter Who Shined vs. Penn State

Multiple players stepped up big amid the noise inside Beaver Stadium for the No. 19 USC Trojans. Coach Lincoln Riley once again saw poise out of quarterback Jayden Maiava, plus saw the Trojans defense come up with needed stops again.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 12

USC Defensive Coordinator Gary Patterson Explains Key Coaching Change

The No. 19 USC Trojans' defensive coordinator Gary Patterson made a rare media appearance on Oct. 12 for Trojans Live. During his segment, the veteran coach opened up about the loss to the Oregon Ducks, how his move to the booth helped the defense, the strength of the defense and how important it is for the defense to close out games.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 12

USC’s College Football Playoff Path Hinges on Two Major Hurdles

The No. 19 USC Trojans have their playoff hopes back in their own hands, but keeping them there is another story. The Trojans enter the bye week with some much-needed momentum after a 31-23 road win over Penn State.

Trent Mosley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 12

USC Receiver Trent Mosley’s Injury Return Draws National Recognition

It had been three long weeks since the No. 19 Trojans endured a major hole, missing in their receiving unit. That missing piece was none other than freshman receiver Trent Mosley.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 12

USC Trojans' Playoff Path Raises Questions After Penn State Win

The No. 19 USC Trojans silenced all the doubters in Week 6 when they came into Beaver Stadium, tuned out the White Out crowd and beat the Penn State Nittany Lions 31-23.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / October 11

Lincoln Riley Sends Message to USC Fans, Doubters Following Road Win Over Penn State

State College — Lincoln Riley entered his fifth season as the USC head coach with an immense amount of pressure. The noise around Riley’s tenure only ramped up after a loss to West Coast rival to Oregon on Sept.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 11

Matt Campbell Divulges Biggest Missed Opportunities in Loss to USC

The No. 19 USC Trojans silenced the whiteout crowd at Beaver Stadium with a 31-23 win over the Penn State Nittany Lions on Saturday night. The win gives

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 11

USC Trojans Earn Viral Moment With Marching Band After Beating Penn State

The No. 19 USC Trojans and coach Lincoln Riley earned their most signature win of the 2026 college football season, defeating the Penn State Nittany Lions 31-23 on Saturday night at Beaver Stadium. The win moves the Trojans to 6-1 and keeps them in the College Football Playoff conversation, with their one loss coming to the No.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / October 11